Author Archive for Kay Colvin

Banner artist captures the spirit of Aloha

Banner artist captures the spirit of Aloha

Now in its 14th year, the Arts Alive banner exhibit has again brought 101 original banners painted by local artists to the light poles spanning the miles between Cardiff-by-the-Sea and La Costa Avenue in Leucadia. 

Photographer contributes expertise to local causes

Photographer contributes expertise to local causes

  Photo illustrator Bob Coletti seems to have an endless capacity for altruism. With a lengthy career as Commercial Photographer and Graphic Designer, he generously contributes his professional expertise to organizations to bring public attention to their causes.

Artist’s favorite studio: the Great Outdoors

Artist’s favorite studio: the Great Outdoors

Carlsbad artist Rita Pacheco knows the pure joy of experiencing nature while responding to it from direct observation.

Vista sculptor finds joy in hard work

Vista sculptor finds joy in hard work

Metal sculptor Elon Ebanks clearly loves his life. 

Artist’s winding path leads to Japanese Friendship Gardens solo exhibit

Artist’s winding path leads to Japanese Friendship Gardens solo exhibit

“Life is not a straight line,” declares Oceanside artist Diana Carey. The nonlinear evolution of her artistic creations have led to her current solo exhibition at the Japanese Friendship Gardens in Balboa Park titled “Creating A Storm; Sakura Fubuki.”

Cardiff artist chooses faith over fear

Cardiff artist chooses faith over fear

Pamela Wells knows the transformational power of art.

Artistic naturalist promotes preservation of Earth’s wonders

Artistic naturalist promotes preservation of Earth’s wonders

If there is hope of a sustainable future for our planet, Leucadia’s Renaissance man Sidney Wildesmith will surely be involved in its success. As artist, nature educator, friendly activist, musician and videographer, Wildesmith has dedicated his life to promoting the belief that peace is possible in a balanced and sustainable world.

Painter transcends obstacles to share what inspires him

Painter transcends obstacles to share what inspires him

They say what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. San Diego artist Michael Carini has triumphed over adversity as he makes giving back to the community his top priority.

Wisdom in nature has had ‘profound effect’ on Rebecca Bauer

Wisdom in nature has had ‘profound effect’ on Rebecca Bauer

Mixed media painter Rebecca Bauer says: “There is an absolute wisdom in nature that has always had a profound effect on me.”

Painter captures nature’s drama

Painter captures nature’s drama

  Connie McCoy is thankful every day that she has the ability and enthusiasm to paint. According to McCoy, “The desire to paint is a gift. No one can be as happy as an artist lost in their work.” She never misses an opportunity to express her gratitude, not only for the ability to see [...]